(FILE) Leslie Jordan Dead At 67

Mayim Bialik, Mark Hamill, Josh Gad & More Pay Tribute To Leslie Jordan

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By Kristin Myers on October 25, 2022 at 5:18 AM PDT
Updated on October 25, 2022 at 5:22 AM PDT

Actor Leslie Jordan passed away suddenly on Monday, October 24, at the age of 67. The "Will & Grace" star was reportedly driving through Hollywood when he suffered a medical emergency and crashed his vehicle.

Many in Hollywood are taking the time to mourn the Emmy-award-winning actor, comedian, writer, and singer, including his "Call Me Kat" family. The Fox sitcom has paused production while they remember his life and legacy, which brought joy to so many fans and famous friends in the industry.

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'Will & Grace' Stars Mourn The Loss Of Beloved Costar Leslie Jordan

"Will & Grace" star Sean Hayes, who played Jack in the series, was one of the first to mourn Leslie Jordan's passing on social media. “My heart is broken,” he tweeted. “Leslie Jordan was one of the funniest people I ever had the pleasure of working with. Everyone who ever met him, loved him. There will never be anyone like him. A unique talent with an enormous, caring heart. You will be missed, my dear friend.”

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Eric McCormack, who starred as Will, also tweeted his condolences: “Crushed to learn about the loss of @thelesliejordan, the funniest & flirtiest southern gent I’ve ever known. The joy and laughter he brought to every one of his #WillandGrace episodes was palpable. Gone about thirty years too soon. You were loved, sweet man.”

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'It feels so cruel that this could happen to such a beautiful soul'

"Wonder Woman" Lynda Carter tweeted, "Leslie Jordan put a smile on the faces of so many, especially with his pandemic videos. What a feat to keep us all laughing and connected in such difficult times... It feels so cruel that this could happen to such a beautiful soul."

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Oscar-winning Deaf actress Marlee Matlin tweeted, "I’m so sad to read the news of Leslie Jordan’s passing. He was such a pleasure to work with on my first TV series, Reasonable Doubts. He was at the top of his game and had so much to look forward to. He exuded JOY and LAUGHTER. RIP dear Leslie."

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"Star Trek" alum George Takei tweeted, "I am stunned at the death of Leslie Jordan, who delighted us with his many roles on television and film. The cause of death was a car crash after he suffered a medical emergency. Leslie, we are heartbroken at your loss and will miss your mirth and your inimitable spirit."

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'So grateful for the 33+ years of laughter from this deeply gifted man'

"Star Wars" star Mark Hamill tweeted, "From the first time I saw him on an episode of Murphy Brown in 1989, he was hysterically hilarious. So grateful for the 33+ years of laughter from this deeply gifted man. Thank you Leslie Jordan."

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"Community" star Yvette Nicole Brown tweeted, "I am gutted by this news. @thelesliejordan was a walking ball of love. I don’t know how to process this. He was always so full of joy and LIFE. I just…?."

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"Frozen" star Josh Gad tweeted, "No!!! Not Leslie Jordan. Oh God. Why does every day of the week have to suck?"

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His "Call Me Kat" sitcom star Mayim Bialik also took to Twitter to share a few behind-the-scenes snaps of the two together. Bialik tweeted, "They broke the mold when they made Leslie Jordan. He was a dear mentor and a beloved friend. I will miss him so much - it’s unimaginable that he’s gone. Rest well, sweet buddy."

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